In 1993 Czechoslovakia got separated and two free countries (Czechia and the Slovak Republic) were born. Besides the huge change in politics and economics, there was one more thing which has significantly changed. The TV

The first commercial (but still foreign) TV stations started to broadcast in Slovakia and people could finally watch movies freely. Before you could only rent a movie on a VHS tape (the rental was for 48 hours and it cost a fortune) and watch it with without dubbing or subtitles. Of course, this was possible only if you were lucky and rich enough to own a VHS tape player

The big TV boom.

But then, in 1996 the first Slovak commercial TV station called “Markíza” was established. At, the beginning, the station was showing only “in-home” filmed comedy shows, parodies and traditional Slovak old movies and cartoons. Later on, they have launched a “Megamovie” afternoons on weekends. And then the whole fun started. Movies like Home Alone, The last action hero, Lion King, Neverending story and Crocodile Dundee quickly became favorites.

That time I was like 12 years old and there were only a few things which I loved to do on weekends. Doing sports, watching movies (especially Crocodile Dundee, Alf, and Step by step) and eating my mum’s Zucchini and Potato Fritters:) I just loved it all

I still remember very clearly that I was eating them hot, only a few seconds after they were taken out from the pan. And you know what? I am actually still eating them the same way – very hot almost straight from the pan

A lot of things have changed since then but one thing stayed the same, the recipe! So if you want to go back in time and feel what I have felt when I was a kid, I strongly recommend my zucchini and potato fritters

PS: And if you want to enjoy them even more put some 90’s movie on

Easy 6 ingredients crunchy Zucchini and Potato Fritters.

Easy 6 ingredients crunchy Zucchini and Potato Fritters to enjoy with your family on weekends while watching Crocodile Dundee.

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Recipe by Jan Vasil Course: LunchCuisine: SlovakDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Zucchini and potato fritters – easy recipe

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Ingredients

• 3 medium sized zucchinis

• 2 eggs

• 1 cup flour

• 2-3 cloves of garlic

• 2 potatoes

• Bunch of fresh spring onions or chives

• Salt & white pepper to taste

• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions

• Wash the zucchinis and peel the potatoes. Prepare a bigger bowl and very finely grate in both ingredients.
• Chop the spring onions, press the garlic cloves and add to the bowl.
• Now add the eggs, flour and mix well until all ingredients are well combined. The final mixture should be slightly runny and not sticky so adjust the flour accordingly.
• Season with salt and white pepper to your taste.
• Heat up a bigger pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot enough start frying the fritters until golden from both sides.

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Tips for Perfect Vegan Potato Pancakes

1. Potato Choice: Use starchy potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds for the best texture.
2. Squeeze Out Excess Moisture: After grating the potatoes, squeeze out as much liquid as possible to ensure crisp pancakes.
3. Uniform Thickness: Shape the pancakes to an even thickness for consistent cooking.
4. Hot and Steady Pan: Cook in a well-heated non-stick pan to achieve a golden-brown crust without sticking.

Best Herbs and Spices for Potato Pancakes

• Fresh dill or parsley for a herby touch.
• Garlic powder or minced fresh garlic for depth.
• A pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky hint.
• Salt and pepper for basic seasoning.

How to Make Potato Pancakes Crisp

• Use enough oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan.
• Cook at medium-high heat to crisp the outside while keeping the inside tender.
• Avoid flipping them too early; wait until a golden crust forms.

How to Pair Vegan Potato Pancakes:

• Serve with a dollop of vegan sour cream or applesauce.
• Pair with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
• They also work great as a side dish with vegan stews or soups.

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Polish potato pancakes (placki zemniaczane)

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Recipe by Jan Vasil Course: Recipe book, Small bitesCuisine: Polish, Slovak, HungarianDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 500g of potatoes, grated thinly

• 4 cloves of garlic, minced

• A bunch of fresh parsley, finely chopped

• 3 spoons of all-purpose flour

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Vegetable oil for frying

• Vegan egg – 2 tablespoons of grated flax-seed mixed with 4 tablespoons of hot boiling water

Directions

• In a bigger bowl mix the grated potatoes, minced garlic, flour, chopped parsley, and the vegan egg. Season with salt and black pepper and mix well.
• Heat some vegetable oil on a pan and deep fry the pancakes. I like to shape them with a spoon and keep the thickness around 1 cm. If they are too thick they might stay raw in the middle.
• Enjoy

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Personal note

I don’t know anything about your Saturday from childhood but mine looked like this.

I woke up at 10 am and the first thing I had to do was to clean up.

Firstly, I cleaned the dust from the furniture and then vacuumed the whole house. Sometimes I even clean the glasses and mirrors like a good boy But what made my Saturdays so special and unforgettable (besides not going to school) was all sorts of yummy dishes. Like potato pancakes for example I just loved their smell which was spreading from room to room and also I loved eating them while they were still super hot. I still eat them the same way, even today, 20 years later The only difference is in the cooking process. I learned how to make them without eggs (vegan version) but still managed to keep the full taste as they would be the ones from my childhood. And today I will share the recipe with you. Enjoy it

And what about your Saturdays? Were you also cleaning or you had other rituals? Let me know in a comment below Ciao.

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